Berluda Farmhouse & Cottages

Set en route to the Cango Caves, in the picturesque Schoemanshoek Valley, Berluda Farmhouse & Cottages is an intimate guest house experience. The ninth generation, Piet and Laura Schoeman, extends a warm welcome and continues the tradition of hospitality offered by mother Rosie. The restaurant offers breakfast and dinner reservations only. Berluda is well known for its authentic South African farm hospitality and traditional South African cuisine.

Individually decorated, the six en-suite bedrooms in the original farmhouse offer homely comforts, air-conditioning and Jacuzzi baths surrounded by apricot orchards amidst lush gardens and a swimming pool. The six self-catering family cottages offer nature lovers ample peace and tranquility in beautiful Karoo surroundings, each with a private braai and Jacuzzi. These units also have access to a swimming pool and childrens playground. Berluda is a must for birdwatchers and hikers. Due to popular demand, we have added two luxury cottages for the discerning traveller. Enjoy the extra comfort and space with breathtaking views of the Swartberg Mountains from the private braai area.

Piet Schoeman runs one of the largest working ostrich farms in the area and was elected the Western Capes Young Farmer of the year 2006. His wife Laura gives a tour in English, Afrikaans, German and Dutch. This is an experience which is not to be missed. If you are looking for peace and quiet in a beautiful country setting and with fine touches in hospitality, you need to look no further, be our guest at Berluda Farmhouse & Cottages. We will do our utmost to assure the best possible experience in personal service and sincere South African farm hospitality.

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Reviews

"The peace and quiet and the beautiful sunset"

02 October 2021

"Amazing getaway. Really enjoyed the peace and quiet of the farm. Perfect service, friendly manager, great value for money. Definitely recommend"
"Felt like home!"

13 August 2018

"What an amazing place to stay. We enjoyed every minute. Clean and comfortable cottage. Very friendly staff. Amazing views of the mountains. Close to everything. Will definitely stay here again."
"Excellent Experience"

15 July 2018

"An amazing experience. Beautiful scenery, quiet and tranquil. Friendly staff, beautiful cottages, and great breakfasts. We'll definitely be returning."
"Great stay"

18 April 2016

"Lovely spacious room, exemplary staff, great breakfast. Thank you."
"Fantastic experience"

03 March 2014

"Had a fantastic time at Berluda. Staff were excellent and went the extra mile to make us feel really welcome. The cottage was immaculate and facilities superb. We will definitely be back soon."
"Very comfortable"

16 January 2014

"Stayed for 1 day but found place to be very comfortable ... will definitely stay a bit longer next time."
"Enjoyable stay"

06 January 2014

"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Berluda Farmhouse and Cottages. The accommodation is lovely and relatively luxurious. In particular the air conditioning in the extreme heat was really appreciated. Marelieze went out of her way to make a dinner booking for us with an awesome view of the river at a nearby restaurant. Will definitely be back."
"Excellent"

10 August 2011

"We had an excellent stay. Pity it was only for one night. We will definitely be back."
"Two-night stay in Cottage Six"

24 March 2011

"This was a real worthwhile visit and we enjoyed our stay. The fact that the cottage was air-conditioned was a decided bonus. The port was well received. We will stay again next time we are in the vicinity."
"Rustig"

23 March 2010

"Rustig, rustig, rustig.Julle is geseend om op so 'n plek te bly.!Dit was heerlik.Alles baie mooi."
"Rustig"

23 March 2010

"Rustig, rustig, rustig. Julle is geseend om op so 'n plek te bly.! Dit was heerlik. Alles baie mooi."
"Expectations exceeded"

12 January 2009

"Wonderful opportunity to travel as a local tourist and experience hospitality and excellence in accommodation standards that exceeded our every expectation-nothing over the top-just good old fashioned 'home from home' consideration and thoughtfulness. Other establishments that have been trading on peoples ignorance and holiday habits for the last few years for more-should take a page out of Berludas book-well done and thank you.our family have a very good reason to go on holiday to Oudtshoorn again"
"Expectations exceeded"

12 January 2009

"Wonderful opportunity to travel as a local tourist and experience hospitality and excellence in accommodation standards that exceeded our every expectation-nothing over the top-just good old fashioned 'home from home' consideration and thoughtfulness. Other establishments that have been trading on peoples ignorance and holiday habits for the last few years for more-should take a page out of Berludas book-well done and thank you.our family have a very good reason to go on holiday to Oudtshoorn again"
"Beautiful surroundings."

28 April 2008

"Very pleasant - easy to find. Cottage and rooms clean and comfortable. Enjoyed the finer touches i.e. filter coffee in rooms. "
"Beautiful surroundings."

28 April 2008

"Very pleasant - easy to find. Cottage and rooms clean and comfortable. Enjoyed the finer touches i.e. filter coffee in rooms."